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Tao Shiatsu Therapist:

Is certified at a Tao Shiatsu Centre and practices physically / mentally /spiritually, and continues to do their best at all times.
Takes responsibility for one’s life mission, one’s words, and the happiness of others.

Shuren Tao Shiatsu Basic Course (6 months)

Program

Based on Buddhist philosophy, experiencing Ki energy and studying the Way and Heart of Tao Shiatsu.

Feel Ki
Tsubo Basic
Ki Do-In: Renki / Kishindo
Basic Form 1
Ki Communication

After completing the preparatory course, students are eligible to continue to Shoden Level 1 Class.

Schedule / Fees

One weekend per month for six months, Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am-5:00 pm.
$1,320 (6 months, 12 days) or $220 per month. Course programming and fees may vary slightly by center.
*Flexible payment schedule is available.

Entering the Shoden Level 1 Training

After the six-month Preparatory Course, there will be a two-day review and a Shoden entrance exam.

Shoden Level 1 Class

The curriculum is based on the 56 Tao Heart philosophies.
Beginning a journey inside the heart into the wonderful world of Ki.

Renki 1
Kishindo 1
Basic Form 2
SST 18 Points
Ki Communication 1

When students pass the exams for all five levels of the Level 1 curriculum, they will be eligible for the next level, Advanced Training class. Shoden Level 1 usually requires 2 years of study. Classes are one weekend per month

*there is a $20/month, $240 per year Tao Shiatsu Student member fee will that will apply over and above the Shoden course fees.

Advanced Training Class

Kishindo
Basic Form 3 and secret of transmission
Meridian Recognition and Treatment
Sho Diagnostic
Buddhist Enlightenment (through Nembutsu Samadhi Chanting)
Treatment practicals

After students pass the exams for all five levels, they’ll receive certificate of Tao Shiatsu Therapist and their profile put up on the Tao Shiatsu global website.

** Tao Shiatsu Therapists are required to pay yearly member fees and continue their training after completing all tests (minimum 2 week-ends per year).